How to Pair and Control Apple TV with Apple Watch

Apple TV is your one destination that streams entertainment including blockbuster movies, popular TV shows, live sports, music, photos, videos, and more. And all this on your HD TV. You can also connect your iOS devices with Apple TV and enjoy watching content using AirPlay. For your convenience, Apple TV comes with a remote control.

For a change, what if you could control your Apple TV with your Apple Watch? It’s amazing, isn’t it? No need to hold remote control in your hands; just tap on a few options on your Apple Watch screen and your job is done. In short, you can operate Apple TV from your wrist. Now this sounds interesting to you!

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But before you start controlling Apple TV with your iWatch, you need to set up or pair up the TV with your Apple Watch. The Remote app on Apple Watch works same as it works on your iPhone; but it’s a built-in app on Apple Watch, so you don’t need to download from App Store.

How to Pair Apple TV with Apple Watch

Step #1. Press the Digital Crown on your Apple Watch (If you are not on the home screen of Watch.)

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Step #2. Tap on the Remote app.

Step #3. Get your passcode by Tapping Add Device.

Step #4. Press and hold Menu button on Apple TV and you will be landed on Home screen (If you are not on the home screen.)

Step #5. Tap on Settings → Tap on General → Tap on Remotes

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Step #6. Tap on Select to add

Step #7. Type in passcode

Step #8. Tap on Done

Now, you can see an icon of Apple TV in the Remote app on your Apple Watch. If this doesn’t work, reboot either Apple Watch or TV or both.

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It’s time to experience the joy of using your Apple Watch to operate Apple TV.

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